Below are form layout templates for firms that use the import feature in eFOCUS to file their FOCUS filings.
Please note that the template headers, columns, and line item IDs provided should not be modified or removed, as this will impact the compatibility of the import templates in the system.
Additionally, fields adhere to certain input formatting, such as text fields, numeric fields, or
(a) Unless the context requires otherwise, the terms used in the Rule 6200 and Rule 7100 Series shall have the meanings below. Terms not specifically defined below shall have the meaning in the FINRA By-Laws and rules and Rule 600 of SEC Regulation NMS.
(1) "Exchange Act" or "SEA" means the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
(2) "ADF-eligible security" means an NMS
All investments carry some degree of risk. Stocks, bonds and funds can lose value. Even conservative, insured investments such as certificates of deposit issued by a bank or credit union, come with inflation risk. They may not earn enough over time to keep pace with the increasing cost of living.
(a) The term "member," when used to denote a natural person approved by the Exchange, means a natural person associated with a member organization who has been approved by the Exchange and designated by such member organization to effect transactions on the floor of the Exchange or any facility thereof.
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(i) The term "member organization" means a registered broker or
FINRA’s Corporate Financing Department protects investors and promotes vibrant and efficient capital markets by reviewing the capital-raising activities of FINRA member firms and assisting them in complying with FINRA rules and federal securities laws. An efficient capital raising process fosters business expansion, job creation, and economic growth. FINRA members play an important role in
Executive Summary
NASD is issuing this Notice to Members to remind member firms and registered financial and operations principals (FINOPs) of a FINOP's duties and responsibilities under Rule 1022 (Categories of Principal Registration). These duties are applicable to all FINOPs, regardless of whether they are employed full-time or part-time, perform such duties on-site or off-site of the
FINRA publishes this quarterly review to provide firms with a sampling of recent disciplinary actions involving misconduct by registered representatives. The sample includes settled matters and decisions in litigated cases (National Adjudicatory Council (NAC) decisions and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) decisions in FINRA cases).
Guaranteed Senior Unsecured Debt Is a TRACE-Eligible Security
Filing Requirements for Members that Carry Customer Margin Accounts; New Customer Margin Balance Form
SEC Approves Amendments to the Rule 9700 Series to Streamline Existing Procedural Rules Applicable to General Grievances Related to FINRA Automated Systems